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Reprogrammable ‘genetic circuits’ may help plants adapt to climate change

Geneticists at Stanford University have discovered a way to carefully control the structure of plant roots as they grow and branch. By manipulating the depth and shape of a growing root system, researchers hope to one day be able to reprogram crops to make them more resilient to climate change. A shallower root system, for …

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Watch NASA’s Artemis 1 SLS megarocket launch to the moon for free with these live webcasts

NASA’s massive Artemis 1 rocket is counting down to its planned launch to the moon on August 29, and when it does, you’ll be able to watch the historic mission live online for free. The space agency will host a series of Artemis 1 webcasts this week and next before the uncrewed launch of NASA’s …

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Canberra Stars keep their season alive as Knights home horror record continues – 3 big hits

The Raiders kept their season alive with a 28-22 comeback win against the Knights on Sunday night. Canberra were trailing 22-8 at the break but clawed their way back into the contest to stay within striking distance of the top eight with two rounds remaining. MATCH CENTRE: Canberra Raiders vs Newcastle Knights, live scores, teams …

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Strict dress code and notable absences at Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez’s wedding

In general, it would be a massive mistake to show up to someone’s wedding in white, unless you’re the bride, of course. But it looks like Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck’s wedding went all cream, raw and white. Pictures from the lavish wedding reception at Affleck’s plantation-style estate in the US state of Georgia reveal …

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Still the king! Ukraine’s Usyk defends his world title against Joshua in an impressive war

Oleksandr Usyk remains the world heavyweight champion, defending his world titles after a sensational 12-round war against British superstar Anthony Joshua. Joshua lost his WBA, IBF and WBO titles to the 35-year-old Ukrainian in London last year and, unlike his rematch with Andy Ruiz Jr in 2019, was unable to deliver the back to the …

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